Group homestays in Oxford/Abingdon

We arrange group homestays in Oxford/Abingdon for schools and youth groups, working with experienced host families across the area. The area is centred on Oxford, a historic university city in southern England.

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Oxford is a historic city in South East England, world-famous as the home of the University of Oxford, the oldest university in the English-speaking world. The city’s remarkable concentration of college buildings, libraries, and museums makes it one of Britain’s most visited destinations.

Known as the “City of Dreaming Spires” for its iconic skyline of Gothic towers, Oxford offers groups exceptional educational and cultural experiences. The Bodleian Library, Ashmolean Museum, and numerous historic colleges provide unparalleled opportunities to explore centuries of academic and architectural heritage.

What group leaders need to know

Every group is quoted individually, because centre, dates and numbers all move the price. The practical arrangements are the same wherever your group stays.

Students stay with host families in twos, threes and fours. Group leaders and other adults travelling with the group can have single rooms if any are free when you book.

We suggest full board: breakfast and dinner at the family’s table, and a packed lunch to take out for the day. Half board, without the packed lunch, is also an option.

A local organiser is at the meeting point each morning and evening. Students are handed over between host families and group leaders with someone responsible present both times.

Airport transfers can be arranged for the whole group by taxi, minibus or coach. Ask for a quotation when you enquire.

Hosts who take students under 18 are DBS checked, and our safeguarding policies cover every group placement.

Larger groups pay less per person. A deposit of 20% of the total or £500, whichever is higher, holds the booking. The balance is due 28 days before arrival.

Send us your dates, group size and anything the group needs, and we will come back with a quote for Oxford/Abingdon. See the group booking FAQs for the finer points.

What to see and do

Bodleian Library One of the oldest libraries in Europe, offering tours of historic rooms including Duke Humfrey's Library.
Ashmolean Museum The world's first university museum, housing art and archaeology from ancient civilisations to the present.
Christ Church College One of Oxford's largest colleges with its grand hall, cathedral, and picture gallery.
Radcliffe Camera An iconic circular library building and one of Oxford's most photographed landmarks.
Museum of Natural History A neo-Gothic building housing zoological, geological, and entomological collections including dinosaur skeletons.

Getting around

Oxford has excellent transport links, with regular rail services to London and good bus connections to surrounding areas.

How to book

Tell us about your group
Complete the enquiry form with your group size, preferred dates, and any special requirements.
Review suitable options
Suitable accommodation options are identified based on your requirements, using host families experienced with group stays.
Confirm arrangements
Once you're happy to proceed, arrangements are confirmed and full arrival information is shared ahead of your group's stay.

About our group accommodation

London Homestays works with experienced local coordinators and vetted host families across the UK. Our network provides safe, supervised accommodation for visiting groups.